Due to trail closures in the area, our intended visit to Sinking Creek Falls will have to be altered. Instead, we will take a classic route up Trout Branch to the top of Mt. LeConte. We will rock-hop and wade up the cold, pristine creek past numerous cascades and one large waterfall. We might even take a plunge into a nice swimming hole. Higher up, we'll scramble up a rocky scar and savor the beautiful views of mountains rolling into the distance.

The hike is of moderate difficulty, with about 1.5 miles off trail.

Pre-registration with one of the leader is required: